Poetry Explorer- Classic Contemporary Poetry, AUTHORS, WE GREET THEE, by LULA ENSLEY HATTON


Poetry Explorer

Classic and Contemporary Poetry

AUTHORS, WE GREET THEE, by                    
First Line: Authors, today as a nation we bring
Last Line: Let only love remain.
Subject(s): Authors & Authorship; Writing & Writers


Authors, today as a Nation we bring
Long-delayed tribute -- gladly we sing
Praises to all who have shared with mankind
Treasures of heart and mind.
Voices long hushed still inspire and allure --
Through preserved pages of literature --
Offering courage to spirits aflame,
Greater than passing fame.
Lift up the torch, light the way, time is speeding;
Nations in peril, for leaders are pleading.

Chorus

Spirit of Peace, make our every refrain
True to the ideals of sons that were slain.
Grant inspiration to women and men
Till sword obeys the command of the pen.
Crucify selfishness, vain pride restrain,
Let only love remain.

Writers who've made one heart glad on life's way
We would remember, this Authors' Day,
Those who defend home and Country in peace,
Honor and strength increase.
Thus we express and all due honors give
Those who turn thoughts into words that can live;
Ready to cheer us each day in the year,
Like friends we hold most dear.
To God and home there can be no retreating;
Enlist for service and work while repeating:

Chorus

Spirit of Peace, make our every refrain
True to the ideals of sons that were slain.
Grant inspiration to women and men
Till sword obeys the command of the pen.
Crucify selfishness, vain pride restrain,
Let only love remain.





Discover our Poem Explanations and Poet Analyses!


Other Poems of Interest...
Home: PoetryExplorer.net